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Overview

What exactly can you expect from this tour? Immerse yourself in the Rome of wonders, saints, and the Roman Inquisition. Experience the contrast between the veneration of exemplary saints and the secular side of the former Papal States. Highlights: You will visit the Church of San Giovanni dei Fiorentini, the last resting place of Master Borromini. After that follows the famous Campo de'Fiori. A former field of flowers, transformed into a place of execution. Then "Sant'Andrea della Valle" will enchant you with the Barberini chapel. Then you will visit "Piazza Navona", with the fountain "Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi", by Bernini, and the church "Sant'Agnese in Agone", designed by Borromini. Afterward, we visit the church "Santa Maria delle Anima" with its colourfulness and "San Luigi dei Francesi", with the paintings of Caravaggio and Guido Reni. Finally, you will reach the highlight of the tour, the "Pantheon" and you will also discover the seat of the Roman Inquisition.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

On the side of Castel Sant'Angelo. Look for the angel with the lance at the begining of the bridge. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Basilica di San Giovanni Battista dei Fiorentini
Resting place of Master Borromini who designed the altar. A church build to display the artstyle of Florence.
Duration: 20 mins
2. Santa Maria in Vallicella
Church containing the relics of Saint Neri and has one of the best barock desings.
Duration: 20 mins
3. Campo De' Fiori
A former field of flowers, which was transformed into a place for executions.
Duration: 20 mins
4. Basilica di Sant'Andrea della Valle
This is one of the biggest churches in the city with the famous Barberini chapel.
Duration: 20 mins
5. Piazza Navona
Built on top of the stadium of the Emperor Domitian, with the fountain "Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi", by Bernini, and the church "Sant'Agnese in Agone", designed by Borromini.
Duration: 20 mins
6. Chiesa di Sant'Agnese in Agone
Designed by Borromini and build for Pope Innocent X. The Relics of Saint Agnes are kept here.
Duration: 20 mins
7. Chiesa di Santa Maria dell'Anima
Church with most impressive paintings and vivid colors.
Duration: 20 mins
8. Church of St. Louis of the French
Church containing three masterpieces from Caravaggio and one from Guido Reni.
Duration: 20 mins
9. Pantheon
One of the most iconic antique buildings, now transformed into a church. We do not enter the Pantheon.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Entrance fees

Tour Guide

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

To enter the Churches, shoulders, back and knees have to be covered.

This is a walking tour

Supplied by Treasures of Rome

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